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Changing Lives: One Paw at a Time

Changing Lives: One Paw at a Time

Unleash Your Potential: Continuous Education at PetSmart

Unleash Your Potential: Continuous Education at PetSmart

Fetching Feedback: How We’re Amplifying Associate Voices

Fetching Feedback: How We’re Amplifying Associate Voices

Building PetSmart for the Future

Building PetSmart for the Future

Paws Up for PAW: Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion at PetSmart! 🐾

Paws Up for PAW: Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion at PetSmart! 🐾

More than Just Fluff - What PetSmart's Grooming Academy Entails

More than Just Fluff - What PetSmart's Grooming Academy Entails

Unlock Your Potential with PetSmart’s Tuition Assistance Program

Unlock Your Potential with PetSmart’s Tuition Assistance Program

10 Things to Love About Central Bark—PetSmart's Latest Communication Tool for Associates + How to Download

10 Things to Love About Central Bark—PetSmart's Latest Communication Tool for Associates + How to Download

Best-in-Show Benefits: How PetSmart Takes Care of Our Associates

Best-in-Show Benefits: How PetSmart Takes Care of Our Associates

Pawsitive Workplace Practices: Keeping the Pack Safe!

Pawsitive Workplace Practices: Keeping the Pack Safe!

PetSmart Home Office Wins Gold for Health Initiatives!

PetSmart Home Office Wins Gold for Health Initiatives!

Life as a Pet Care Associate at PetSmart

Life as a Pet Care Associate at PetSmart

Our PetSmart

Our PetSmart

Celebrating Ashley's Success at the Northwest Grooming Show

Celebrating Ashley's Success at the Northwest Grooming Show

In Conversation with Shannon, Technology Manager - Supply Chain

In Conversation with Shannon, Technology Manager - Supply Chain

Celebrating the Unsung Heroes: The Heart of PetSmart Grooming

Celebrating the Unsung Heroes: The Heart of PetSmart Grooming

If all you want for the holidays is a job that loves you back, #LifeAtPetSmart has the place for you! 🫶 You'll be surrounded by pets, work with a team of like-minded animal enthusiasts, and enjoy perks like discounts and adoption benefits. Plus, you’ll make a real impact through PetSmart Charities, which offers plenty of career growth and development opportunities. 🐾 Flexible schedules, a fun environment with furry coworkers, and a welcoming, inclusive culture make it a rewarding workplace.

If all you want for the holidays is a job that loves you back, #LifeAtPetSmart has the place for you! 🫶 You'll be surrounded by pets, work with a team of like-minded animal enthusiasts, and enjoy perks like discounts and adoption benefits. Plus, you’ll make a real impact through PetSmart Charities, which offers plenty of career growth and development opportunities. 🐾 Flexible schedules, a fun environment with furry coworkers, and a welcoming, inclusive culture make it a rewarding workplace.

Making tails wag and hearts smile! 💚🐾 PetSmart Charities is dedicated to giving pets in need a better tomorrow. Together, we’re helping to create forever homes and brighter futures, one paw at a time. 🐶🐱 #PetSmartCharities #AdoptLove #GiveBack #PetSmartCanada

Making tails wag and hearts smile! 💚🐾 PetSmart Charities is dedicated to giving pets in need a better tomorrow. Together, we’re helping to create forever homes and brighter futures, one paw at a time. 🐶🐱 #PetSmartCharities #AdoptLove #GiveBack #PetSmartCanada

Kelly and her furry friends are livin' the dream in the Framingham PetsHotel! 🥰🥳🐾 From belly rubs, playtime, TLC, parties, and bedtime bliss, you can't beat a day in Hotel #LifeAtPetSmart! #SquadGoals #PetSmartPetsHotel @framinghampetshotel

Kelly and her furry friends are livin' the dream in the Framingham PetsHotel! 🥰🥳🐾 From belly rubs, playtime, TLC, parties, and bedtime bliss, you can't beat a day in Hotel #LifeAtPetSmart! #SquadGoals #PetSmartPetsHotel @framinghampetshotel

New bathers Grace and Sarah have been hard at work training under our Salon Leader for the last couple of weeks and are ready to start taking on appointments soon! They both have pets (dogs and cats) and understand the importance of regular grooming to keep them happy and healthy! The team says, "They’ve grown so much over the last two weeks. They’re awesome, and can’t wait to give your pets some TLC!"

Welcome to the team, girls; we’re happy to have you in #LifeAtPetSmart! 🐶 #petsmartgrooming #salonlife 📸: @ajaxpetsmartgrooming

New bathers Grace and Sarah have been hard at work training under our Salon Leader for the last couple of weeks and are ready to start taking on appointments soon! They both have pets (dogs and cats) and understand the importance of regular grooming to keep them happy and healthy! The team says, "They’ve grown so much over the last two weeks. They’re awesome, and can’t wait to give your pets some TLC!"

Welcome to the team, girls; we’re happy to have you in #LifeAtPetSmart! 🐶 #petsmartgrooming #salonlife 📸: @ajaxpetsmartgrooming

PetSmart Trainer Bill and his trusty assistant Gem know how important it is to do your research to choose the dog that’s best suited to your lifestyle! 🐶 Our informative and passionate associates at PetSmart have the knowledge and recommendations you need to start them off on the right paw 🐾❤️ #LifeAtPetSmart #PetSmartCanada #PetTraining @dogtrainerbill

PetSmart Trainer Bill and his trusty assistant Gem know how important it is to do your research to choose the dog that’s best suited to your lifestyle! 🐶 Our informative and passionate associates at PetSmart have the knowledge and recommendations you need to start them off on the right paw 🐾❤️ #LifeAtPetSmart #PetSmartCanada #PetTraining @dogtrainerbill

The Georgetown PetSmart team is in the holiday spirit, and we would love to see it! Proceeds from each Chance & Friends plush toy in our stores help to create a better world for pets—what better way to spread cheer this time of year!? A special shout out to our passionate team members and wonderful customers who help us make a difference. 🐾❤️ #LifeAtPetSmart #HolidayCheer 📸: @georgetownpetsmart

The Georgetown PetSmart team is in the holiday spirit, and we would love to see it! Proceeds from each Chance & Friends plush toy in our stores help to create a better world for pets—what better way to spread cheer this time of year!? A special shout out to our passionate team members and wonderful customers who help us make a difference. 🐾❤️ #LifeAtPetSmart #HolidayCheer 📸: @georgetownpetsmart

Shout-out to South Florida PetsHotel for another successful yearly safety meeting with their Petshotel team! This is a way to make sure that we are getting ready to make the holidays the most fantastic experience for all of our pups and kitties coming in! 👏 #lifeatpetsmart #petsmartpetshotel

Shout-out to South Florida PetsHotel for another successful yearly safety meeting with their Petshotel team! This is a way to make sure that we are getting ready to make the holidays the most fantastic experience for all of our pups and kitties coming in! 👏 #lifeatpetsmart #petsmartpetshotel

Family. Friends. Food. However you celebrate, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what we’re grateful for—and at PetSmart, we're incredibly thankful for our 50K+ amazing associates who make a difference every day for pets and the people who love them. 🐾💙 We're also grateful for the pet parents and supporters who help us bring pets and their families closer, enriching lives along the way. Wishing everyone a joyful and fulfilling Thanksgiving! 🍂🦃 #ThankfulForYou #LifeAtPetSmart #Thanksgiving

Family. Friends. Food. However you celebrate, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what we’re grateful for—and at PetSmart, we're incredibly thankful for our 50K+ amazing associates who make a difference every day for pets and the people who love them. 🐾💙 We're also grateful for the pet parents and supporters who help us bring pets and their families closer, enriching lives along the way. Wishing everyone a joyful and fulfilling Thanksgiving! 🍂🦃 #ThankfulForYou #LifeAtPetSmart #Thanksgiving

This past Veterans Day, our Associate Resource Group, SERVE, PetSmart associates, and our partners at K9s for Warriors proudly participated in the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country. It was a day of remembrance, gratitude, and celebration of their sacrifices.

At PetSmart, we are committed to providing our veterans and their families with meaningful career opportunities that build upon their unique strengths, experiences and skills. We are deeply proud of SERVE and our associates for showing their support and commitment to honoring the true meaning of this important day.
Thank you to Honoring America’s Veterans for organizing this wonderful event. #VeteransDay #RemembranceDay #MilitaryFriendlyEmployer #SERVE #LifeAtPetSmart #VeteranSupport

This past Veterans Day, our Associate Resource Group, SERVE, PetSmart associates, and our partners at K9s for Warriors proudly participated in the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country. It was a day of remembrance, gratitude, and celebration of their sacrifices.

At PetSmart, we are committed to providing our veterans and their families with meaningful career opportunities that build upon their unique strengths, experiences and skills. We are deeply proud of SERVE and our associates for showing their support and commitment to honoring the true meaning of this important day.
Thank you to Honoring America’s Veterans for organizing this wonderful event. #VeteransDay #RemembranceDay #MilitaryFriendlyEmployer #SERVE #LifeAtPetSmart #VeteranSupport

POV: You’re surrounded by adorable furry faces all day—talk about the best job ever! 🥹 #PetSmartGrooming #LifeAtPetSmart

From fluff to full-on fabulous, PetSmart grooming is more than just a service. Discover exciting career opportunities (https://careers.petsmart.com/salons) and explore all the ways we pamper pets (https://services.petsmart.com/grooming).

POV: You’re surrounded by adorable furry faces all day—talk about the best job ever! 🥹 #PetSmartGrooming #LifeAtPetSmart

From fluff to full-on fabulous, PetSmart grooming is more than just a service. Discover exciting career opportunities (https://careers.petsmart.com/salons) and explore all the ways we pamper pets (https://services.petsmart.com/grooming).

Meet Cassandra! 🐾 Our talented dog and cat certified stylist at PetSmart with 6 years of experience making pets look their best! ✂️🐕🐱 She’s joined by her own fur baby, Gin, as they spread the love and care PetSmart is known for. #GroomingWithCassandra #PetSmartCare #FurryFriends

Meet Cassandra! 🐾 Our talented dog and cat certified stylist at PetSmart with 6 years of experience making pets look their best! ✂️🐕🐱 She’s joined by her own fur baby, Gin, as they spread the love and care PetSmart is known for. #GroomingWithCassandra #PetSmartCare #FurryFriends

Just a bunch of happy corgis living their best #lifeatpetsmart at daycamp! 🐾✨ Who else is ready for playtime and paw-some adventures? #CorgiCrew #DaycampVibes #PetSmartPetsHotel
📸: @petsmartpetshotel1971

Just a bunch of happy corgis living their best #lifeatpetsmart at daycamp! 🐾✨ Who else is ready for playtime and paw-some adventures? #CorgiCrew #DaycampVibes #PetSmartPetsHotel
📸: @petsmartpetshotel1971

Looking to maccawmplish something great? Join our team and soar with us! 🦜 #LifeAtPetSmart ➡️ careers.petsmart.com
📸: @petsmartcaguas

Looking to maccawmplish something great? Join our team and soar with us! 🦜 #LifeAtPetSmart ➡️ careers.petsmart.com
📸: @petsmartcaguas

We're thrilled to share that PetSmart has been recognized on Forbes' 2025 Best Customer Service list! 🎉🐾 This honor is a testament to our amazing associates who go above and beyond every day, and of course, to our furry best customers who make it all worthwhile. Thank you to our team and our loyal pet parents for helping us earn this incredible recognition! 💙🐶🐱 #PetSmartProud #BestCustomerService #ForbesList #LifeAtPetSmart

We're thrilled to share that PetSmart has been recognized on Forbes' 2025 Best Customer Service list! 🎉🐾 This honor is a testament to our amazing associates who go above and beyond every day, and of course, to our furry best customers who make it all worthwhile. Thank you to our team and our loyal pet parents for helping us earn this incredible recognition! 💙🐶🐱 #PetSmartProud #BestCustomerService #ForbesList #LifeAtPetSmart

Say goodbye to excess fur, thanks to our talented Professional Pet Stylists like Marissa! 🌟 In our PetSmart salons, stylists help keep cats and dogs looking and feeling their best while building relationships with pets and pet parents alike. Our grooming associates enjoy specialized training, ongoing education, and the chance to work in a supportive team environment where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference. A huge thank you to our stylists who bring so much care and skill to each grooming session! 🐾💙 #petsmart #petsmartgrooming ##lifeatpetsmart 📸: @petsmartgrooming1740

Say goodbye to excess fur, thanks to our talented Professional Pet Stylists like Marissa! 🌟 In our PetSmart salons, stylists help keep cats and dogs looking and feeling their best while building relationships with pets and pet parents alike. Our grooming associates enjoy specialized training, ongoing education, and the chance to work in a supportive team environment where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference. A huge thank you to our stylists who bring so much care and skill to each grooming session! 🐾💙 #petsmart #petsmartgrooming ##lifeatpetsmart 📸: @petsmartgrooming1740

This holiday season, we’re celebrating our incredible associates who make a difference every day through the Chance & Friends annual donation drive. 🎁💙 Every Chance & Friends stuffed animal they share with our guests helps bring joy to kids in need through local organizations while supporting PetSmart Charities, with 10% of each purchase helping adoptable pets. Together, our associates are creating brighter holidays for both people and pets in our communities. Thank you, team, for all that you do! #PetSmartProud #ChanceAndFriends #MakingADifference 📸: @petsmart_of_whitehall, @petsmartwellingtonrd, @woodstock.petsmart.2767 @oakvilleplacepetsmart

This holiday season, we’re celebrating our incredible associates who make a difference every day through the Chance & Friends annual donation drive. 🎁💙 Every Chance & Friends stuffed animal they share with our guests helps bring joy to kids in need through local organizations while supporting PetSmart Charities, with 10% of each purchase helping adoptable pets. Together, our associates are creating brighter holidays for both people and pets in our communities. Thank you, team, for all that you do! #PetSmartProud #ChanceAndFriends #MakingADifference 📸: @petsmart_of_whitehall, @petsmartwellingtonrd, @woodstock.petsmart.2767 @oakvilleplacepetsmart

Storytime with Kelly and the cutest crew! 📖🐾 There is nothing like gathering around for a good read and quality time with our furry friends. Who’s ready for a tale or two? 💕 #LifeAtPetSmart #PetSmartPetsHotel 📸: @framinghampetshotel

Storytime with Kelly and the cutest crew! 📖🐾 There is nothing like gathering around for a good read and quality time with our furry friends. Who’s ready for a tale or two? 💕 #LifeAtPetSmart #PetSmartPetsHotel 📸: @framinghampetshotel

At PetSmart, we proudly stand United Together to honor those who have served to protect our freedom. Today, we're honored to express our gratitude to all veterans for their incredible sacrifices and who gave their lives in service as we recognize both Veterans Day and Remembrance Day. 🇺🇸🇨🇦

We're committed to supporting our PetSmart veterans and their families across North America through SERVE, one of PetSmart’s seven Associate Resource Groups. SERVE honors the service of our PetSmart veterans and their families by providing veterans and supporters a space to reach their fullest potential. It aims to create an environment where every veteran feels like they belong.

To learn more about how we're honoring veterans, associates can visit Central Bark and explore the SERVE ARG page to discover how to engage and participate. #VeteransDay #RemembranceDay #MilitaryFriendlyEmployer #SERVE #LifeAtPetSmart #VeteranSupport

At PetSmart, we proudly stand United Together to honor those who have served to protect our freedom. Today, we're honored to express our gratitude to all veterans for their incredible sacrifices and who gave their lives in service as we recognize both Veterans Day and Remembrance Day. 🇺🇸🇨🇦

We're committed to supporting our PetSmart veterans and their families across North America through SERVE, one of PetSmart’s seven Associate Resource Groups. SERVE honors the service of our PetSmart veterans and their families by providing veterans and supporters a space to reach their fullest potential. It aims to create an environment where every veteran feels like they belong.

To learn more about how we're honoring veterans, associates can visit Central Bark and explore the SERVE ARG page to discover how to engage and participate. #VeteransDay #RemembranceDay #MilitaryFriendlyEmployer #SERVE #LifeAtPetSmart #VeteranSupport

Just because we don’t groom every pet at our PetSmart Salons doesn’t mean the Pet Stylists don’t love seeing them when they come to shop! Coco the ferret made Emma’s day—and the whole team is already looking forward to the next time they pop in! #lifeatpetsmart #funcustomers #funatwork @tallahassee_petsmart

Just because we don’t groom every pet at our PetSmart Salons doesn’t mean the Pet Stylists don’t love seeing them when they come to shop! Coco the ferret made Emma’s day—and the whole team is already looking forward to the next time they pop in! #lifeatpetsmart #funcustomers #funatwork @tallahassee_petsmart

#LifeAtPetSmart brings color to every day—just like this rainbow over PetSmart Lake Havasu!

#LifeAtPetSmart brings color to every day—just like this rainbow over PetSmart Lake Havasu!

Did you know that 10% of proceeds from each Chance & Friends plush toy helps create a better world for pets? The Chance & Friends donation program gives pet parents the opportunity to support their community and pets in need through their donations. The program also pairs stores with local charities to make a difference during the holiday season. Over the last 10 years, our passionate associates have helped to donate over 20 million toys to local community organizations!

This holiday season, we’re excited to continue giving back and making a true impact.

Learn more about the Chance & Friends donation program, how each part of our business works together, and how we’re making an impact throughout #LifeAtPetSmart in the video below!

Did you know that 10% of proceeds from each Chance & Friends plush toy helps create a better world for pets? The Chance & Friends donation program gives pet parents the opportunity to support their community and pets in need through their donations. The program also pairs stores with local charities to make a difference during the holiday season. Over the last 10 years, our passionate associates have helped to donate over 20 million toys to local community organizations!

This holiday season, we’re excited to continue giving back and making a true impact.

Learn more about the Chance & Friends donation program, how each part of our business works together, and how we’re making an impact throughout #LifeAtPetSmart in the video below!

Bowie and PetsHotel camp counselor Mike are living #LifeAtPetSmart to the fullest. 🤗

Do you love pets? Like really, really love them? In our PetsHotels, associates play all day and love on the pets in our care like they do their own furry family members.#anythingforpets #petsmartpetshotel

Bowie and PetsHotel camp counselor Mike are living #LifeAtPetSmart to the fullest. 🤗

Do you love pets? Like really, really love them? In our PetsHotels, associates play all day and love on the pets in our care like they do their own furry family members.#anythingforpets #petsmartpetshotel

The definition of puppy dog eyes 🥹 Look at this little cutie that Professional Pet Stylist @groooms.by.amber pampered on a recent visit. 🥰🐾 #lifeatpetsmart #petsmartgrooming

The definition of puppy dog eyes 🥹 Look at this little cutie that Professional Pet Stylist @groooms.by.amber pampered on a recent visit. 🥰🐾 #lifeatpetsmart #petsmartgrooming

Sound up for some #LifeAtPetSmart PetsHotel ASMR action. 🤗🥕 #Crunch #PetSmartPetsHotel @naperville.petshotel
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Sound up for some #LifeAtPetSmart PetsHotel ASMR action. 🤗🥕 #Crunch #PetSmartPetsHotel @naperville.petshotel
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Wishing a very happy 1st Work anniversary to DC team member Adam!! We appreciate your dedication to doing #AnythingForPets in our Ottawa Distribution Center. Way to rock the last 365 days! 👏

Learn how you can level up your career in one of PetSmart's seven DCs here: https://loom.ly/l_BRaco

Wishing a very happy 1st Work anniversary to DC team member Adam!! We appreciate your dedication to doing #AnythingForPets in our Ottawa Distribution Center. Way to rock the last 365 days! 👏

Learn how you can level up your career in one of PetSmart's seven DCs here: https://loom.ly/l_BRaco

Gloria says: “Witch way to the Treats!?” 🍬🎃 Happy Halloween from all the ghosts, ghouls, and the goodest boys and girls across #LifeAtPetSmart. #happyhalloween
📸: @petsmart_grooming0560

Gloria says: “Witch way to the Treats!?” 🍬🎃 Happy Halloween from all the ghosts, ghouls, and the goodest boys and girls across #LifeAtPetSmart. #happyhalloween
📸: @petsmart_grooming0560

🎃 Spooktober is in full swing in #LifeAtPetSmart! Our fang-tastic associates are getting into the Halloween spirit with some frightfully fun celebrations. From costumes to decorations, we’re all about enjoying the excitement of spooky season while providing the best care for pets and pet parents. 👻🐾

Check out how our teams are making the season pawsitively haunting for everyone! 🕸️

🎃 Spooktober is in full swing in #LifeAtPetSmart! Our fang-tastic associates are getting into the Halloween spirit with some frightfully fun celebrations. From costumes to decorations, we’re all about enjoying the excitement of spooky season while providing the best care for pets and pet parents. 👻🐾

Check out how our teams are making the season pawsitively haunting for everyone! 🕸️

Today PetSmart names Ken Hicks as Chief Executive Officer, starting Oct. 31, 2024. Mr. Hicks is a retail industry veteran that will lead the next phase of growth and the continued evolution of PetSmart. His depth and breadth of retail experience, visionary leadership, and proven track record will be invaluable to help PetSmart better serve associates and pet parents and their pets.

Today PetSmart names Ken Hicks as Chief Executive Officer, starting Oct. 31, 2024. Mr. Hicks is a retail industry veteran that will lead the next phase of growth and the continued evolution of PetSmart. His depth and breadth of retail experience, visionary leadership, and proven track record will be invaluable to help PetSmart better serve associates and pet parents and their pets.

Say hi to Kenobi, the Maine Coon cat! This kitty got more cuddles than planned during their grooming appointment, but who could resist this gentle giant? 🥰🐾

Did you know that our Pet Stylists can be trained in cat grooming in-house through a 3-day Academy with technical experts? Stylists are provided with cat-specific grooming and safety equipment. They'll be feline good, knowing they can customize their schedule to determine which days and times to offer cat grooming services to clients. #LifeAtPetSmart #PetSmartGrooming #CatGrooming
📸: @tallahassee_petsmart

Say hi to Kenobi, the Maine Coon cat! This kitty got more cuddles than planned during their grooming appointment, but who could resist this gentle giant? 🥰🐾

Did you know that our Pet Stylists can be trained in cat grooming in-house through a 3-day Academy with technical experts? Stylists are provided with cat-specific grooming and safety equipment. They'll be feline good, knowing they can customize their schedule to determine which days and times to offer cat grooming services to clients. #LifeAtPetSmart #PetSmartGrooming #CatGrooming
📸: @tallahassee_petsmart

In Maple’s defense, they didn’t teach wearing hats in training class! 🎓🐶🤭

But what did they teach? Over 20+ classes from beginner to advanced levels, Brain Games™ sessions, and private lessons—plus AKC CGC/CKC CGN evaluations! 🌟 With 16 hours of pre-work, 80 hours of hands-on shadowing, and FREE supplies, Maple graduated as a Pet Trainer! 🎉 Ready to celebrate all the new tricks your dog can learn? 😄 #LifeAtPetSmart #PetSmartTraining #PetTrainer

In Maple’s defense, they didn’t teach wearing hats in training class! 🎓🐶🤭

But what did they teach? Over 20+ classes from beginner to advanced levels, Brain Games™ sessions, and private lessons—plus AKC CGC/CKC CGN evaluations! 🌟 With 16 hours of pre-work, 80 hours of hands-on shadowing, and FREE supplies, Maple graduated as a Pet Trainer! 🎉 Ready to celebrate all the new tricks your dog can learn? 😄 #LifeAtPetSmart #PetSmartTraining #PetTrainer

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